salaryRochester is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Rochester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,619
$1,331
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,281
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$50,919
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$139,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
97.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$3,152
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$155
👥 People living there
573,243
208,772
Commute to work
29.1 min
19.3 min
College degree
36.1%
30%
Own their home
47.5%
38.1%
Below poverty line
19.7%
27.8%
Unemployment
6.5%
7.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Rochester for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $45,310 | +25% in Rochester |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $92,920 | +21% in Rochester |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $89,120 | +21% in Rochester |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $93,650 | -19% in Rochester |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $77,310 | +18% in Rochester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $62,840 | -18% in Rochester |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | $62,060 | -17% in Rochester |
| Plumber | $63,200 | $73,580 | +16% in Rochester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Rochester cheaper to live in?
Rochester is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,331 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Rochester to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $55,721 a year gives the same standard of living in Rochester.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Rochester?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $50,919 in Rochester, 32% more in Baltimore.